Apply to be a McNair Scholar

Program At-a-Glance

The goal of McNair Scholars is to give undergraduate students intensive, faculty-driven research experiences and prepare students for entry into and success in graduate school.

Through a 10-week summer research program, McNair Scholars will:

• Work with a University faculty mentor with similar research interests
• Receive a $ 3,000.00 stipend
• Learn how to develop a quality research paper
• Receive help with the graduate school application process (i.e. identify graduate programs, write a personal statement, and create a curriculum vita)
• Present research at poster sessions
• And most importantly, develop a great relationship with a professor, which can be an invaluable asset in getting admitted to graduate school

Qualifications

First generation college student and low income, or from an underrepresented group, and a GPA of 2.75 and above. You must be a full time sophomore or junior and a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident.

How To Apply

Applications for 2013 will be available early fall 2012. McNair staff welcome the opportunity to talk with prospective scholars year-round, and encourage you to meet with us early on. Through meeting we are able to:

• provide tips on applying, including writing a strong personal statement and requesting faculty recommendations
• ensure you meet eligibility requirements
• add you to our listserv to keep you informed of program and application updates
• provide you time with a friendly and helpful McNair staff member

If you are not on the University of Minnesota campus, please call 612-625-0772 and ask to speak to a McNair staff member, or email our staff.

More Information

For more information contact Anthony Albecker via email albecker@umn.edu.

Thank you for your time and interest. We look forward to receiving your application.